Terrible Queensland Railway Disaster Kills Nine
A train near Gympie derailed into Traveston Creek, killing nine people and injuring about forty. Two carriages toppled from the bridge as passengers, many sleeping, faced darkness and chaos before a relief train reached the scene.
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Belfedrl Ty
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Voilip Reid
Eiletriotua
Syuney
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Tates
Sadie Dean
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New ‘South Wales
Melithageen
Tutdabers
Jack B. Gardner
Iether
Juan Robertson
Brisbane
Gymph
Milles
Traveryton Creek Bride
Jos
Meir
We Terror and Comfusion Ab
Wren
Dis Inlet
Sydney
Vic
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Gympie
Pirie Racing Club Nominates Entries for Winter Meeting
The Port Pirie racing club announces nominations for its Winter meeting on June 24. Entries include Landon Nindles Ronaldo Ginger Juyeai Mulbrook Broadview Full Look Murder's Spring Royal Home Brewit and many more across Alhambra Stakes Storm Handicap Jarwan Handicap Jumpers Flat and Bracelet Handicap events.
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J. Fitina Jenkins
Port Pirie
Tn Fog Club
Landon Nindles
Ronaldo
Boy Ginger
Juyeai
Mulbrook
Broadview
Full Look
Murder’s Spring
Royal Home
Brewit Alhambra Stakes
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the Hulk
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Mira Belle
Joycap
Stone Gloger
Merry Alowyne
Roadside
Scotch Girl
Bruvh Lad
Dyitia Myce
Barryiona
No Home
Licasa
Radiant Star
Mediteld
Alwynetts
Yondamindra
Micah
My Glass
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Prion
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Kenflong
Wood Maid
Yallandry King
Jolly Bolly
Oul
Jarwan Handivak
Gapulet
Spindle
All Tricks
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Master Mick
Dynna Ryce
Culist
Hoyal
Vitalie
Curis
Haylander
Manor Prince
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Harper's Spring
Brewite
Dini Jai' Die
Perfect
Brook Lad
Qculist
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Yundamindra
Kenllong
Yallundry King
Song Poly
Goyal King
Accidental Death In Adelaide Inquest Finds Electrical Hazard
In Adelaide a coroner ruled that Dr. Binwsay Smith found at an inquest that Adelaide resident That Ghrrenee Win died from injuries after being accidentally struck by a cord extension on dunes. Blunt was injured while handling an electrical wiring setup. The coroner warned more accidents from electricity could occur.
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Adelaide
Tuesitity
Ghrrenee Win
Drnleth Blunt
Cuttunstreet
Prospect
Binwsay Smith
Blunt
Butler Funeral Led by Archdeacon Moyrs in Norwood
In Adelaide on Tuesday a funeral ceremony for Richard Butler was held at The Church Walkerville officiated by Archdeacon Moyrs of Norwood. Relatives and a large gathering of business and professional men attended.
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Adelaide
North Road
Richard Butler
Andrew's
Walkerville
Archdeacon Moyrs
Norwood
Mebard
Empire Press delegation gains Britons adding Phillips and Newnes
Reuters reports from London that Great Britain expands its Empire Press Conference delegation with Vivian Phillips of the Daily Mail and Frank Newnes of Newnes Publishing. The group sails July 15 for a two day transit and then tours New Zealand and Australia, with an official reception for visiting delegations. The itinerary includes a two month tour of the United States with Tasmania also on the list. Astral Astor is noted as a member.
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Reuter
London
Great Britain
Empire
Veyeival Phillips
Daily Mail
Frank Newnes
Newnes
New Zealand
Australia
Tasmania
Astor Willlso
German aviation shows progress in 660 mile race
German aviation reports indicate 26 machines completed the fourth loop of the 660 mile race. Thirty eight, including four baby models, started in the fifth and final circuit. Entries with engines under 40 horsepower finished four crafts, eight with engines under 20 horsepower, and 19 in the 120 horsepower class, the maximum allowed.
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Berlen
Fonrth
Eaumi
Germany
Mzhts
Bennett Air Race Trials Involved Multiple Balloons
London reports four balloons down in the Bennet air race near Etaples and France, including the British Eleie destroyed after landing. German steamer Vaterland later wirelessed that it rescued the American Goodyear balloon crew, while earlier a drifting airship was sighted west of Ush a.
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Eleie
Etaples
France
London
Tues
Vaterland
Usha
Gheel
Bstoun
Belgiga
England
Sreilver London
Tuvsd
Goodyear Dr
Motor Car Kills Adelaide Woman Miss Kentish
Miss Dorothy Kentish aged secretary for the Young Women’s Christian Association in Adelaide died after being struck by a car. The vehicle owned and driven by James C Johnston of Prospect veered and left the scene before stopping. Kentish died at 11.30 p.m. from a fractured skull and head injuries. She was a BA graduate and active in relieving girls through service and teaching.
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Adelaide
Dorothy Kentish
Christi Avegulation
James C. Johnston
Prospéct
Te Weeldent
North Tx West
Viet
Government House
Hospit
Kentish
Fred Kentleh
Port Road
Beverley
Overseas journey to Katherine by commercial vehicle
A five-member party led by W Dunkerley plans a 5 950 mile return expedition from Adelaide to Katherine and back in a specially fitted Beemer. Accompanied by A J Dunkerley and others, the trip aims to test outback conditions and promote knowledge of Central Australia. The vehicle will feature giant tyres, multiple spares, and ample supplies for the crossing.
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Rial Motor Vehicle
Beemer
Seldon
W. Dunkerley
Direcor
Metropolitan
Jee and Fresh Food Co
A. J. Dunkerley
Fred Knight
Kinlich Motors
J. R. Buxton
Go Ual
Drysdale
Mogover
Toad
Katherine
Me. W. Dindkeertey
Australia
Lane
Boxing in Britain saw Ring vs Fowler at Blackshire
In a SS round contest at Blackshire Charlie Ring 14.13 Boxing record and Frank Fowler 12.0 from Yorkshire fought with Fowler retiring in the eighth round.
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Aeuler
London
Blackshure
Charlie Ring
Anates- Vas
Frank Fowler
Yorkshire
Christians in Zakho Seek Aid From Turkish Persecution
A report from 80 miles west of Mosul notes Bishop of Zakho issuing an appeal for help as Christian villages face threats from Turkish forces. Villagers fear ongoing persecution and possible invasion affecting their safety and livelihoods.
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Ing’ Wetsal
Zakho
Mosul
Lord MacDonnell Dead
Lord MacDonnell is announced dead in London with confirmation from Australian Press Association. The obituary notes his title and the passing in the British capital.
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Lord Macdonnell
Australian Press Association
London
Session Ahead Highlights Labor Opposition Moves
The United Labor Opposition seeks to press its case with amendments and speeches in the wake of recent successes in New South Wales and Tamara. Leaders plan to address national issues, with MPs from the opposition expected to challenge the government on mismanagement and unity. Compulsory voting, electoral reform, and potential cabinet reshuffles surface as pivotal topics ahead of the next federal elections.
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Wales
Tamara
Apeceh
Une Melbourns
Jlerald
Meanton
Anstoy Ukin
Mahoney
Brennan
Wie
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Prowse
C.P
Iuils
Stewart
Vic
Tren
Tite
Slisphigins
National and Country Party
Bruce Wat Lie
Pago
Goth Lewue
Jaience
Iaw
Lkely
Aviv
Vver
Quenland
Hugh
Parliament caucus in Melbourne approves Senate mover and reductions
In Melbourne the Federal Parliament House hosted a caucus meeting presided by Mr Bruce the Prime Minister. Key figures included K C Nighes H Kayes and Mr Glassow with H Kayes named as Senate mover and Glassow as seconder for a government agenda. The discussion covered arbitration court issues dust laws and strengthening the Commonwealth Line amid Country Party and Nat party support concerns. The Federal Country Party also met amicably under Dr Earle Pars.
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Melbourne
NaWonallat Peder
M. Bruce
K. c Nighes
Gover
L. Gardner
Senate
H. Kayés
Tasmania
Glassow
Bruce
Elias
Swarta
Country Party
Natopalisty
Sesson
Federal Country Party
Earle Pars
Shanghai Strike Spreads to River Amid Tense Labor Turmoil
Reports from Shanghai describe a growing strike among Chinese workers and port crews affecting river steamers and docks. Police and government actions are debated as students demand broad boycotts and government intervention while foreign firms suspend operations and consider troop deployment.
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Shanghai
Pueciay
Shangteal
Interrupi
Bane Shipping
Hich
Riokaba
Sewation
League of Nations session opens with Budget notes
Geneva reports the League of Nations session opening led by Austen Chamberlain. Discussions focus on health expenditure and economy with 1925 and 1984 figures. The Council referred a subject to the September Assembly while Abyssinia’s protest about arms prohibitions in the special zone awaits debate.
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Reuter
Geneva
Cornell
Fli Jeague of Nations
Austen Chamberlain
Schour
Che Gouneil
League
Abysainia
Wild Goose Chase Into The Arctic Report
In Washington Mr Wilbur warned the NJ Department against a wild goose chase as Arctic conditions threaten airship operations. He cited extreme cold stiffening machinery and lubrication issues, complicating attempts to reach Captain Amundsen via the MacMillan Expedition.
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Sond
Wilbur
NJ Department
Alliance
Los Angele
Shenanivat
Wilbur Wald
Mitbur
Rayal
Lost Explorer Returns From Spitzbergen Expedition
Monty Giring and a party including Sayles Amundsen and meteorological officials have returned home from Spitzbergen after a mission related to the Nutt Pole and Mihi project aboard the Metal aeroplane.
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Neuter Dslo
Monty Giring Ap Sil Hope Af Sayles Amundsen
Nutt Pole
Metal Meteorologica Aeroplane
Spitzbergen
Heat Wave Eases as Atlantic Breezes Cool Eastern States
Relief finally arrived as Atlantic breezes cut temperatures by about 40 degrees across the Eastern States. The Sunday death toll reached over 500, with fatalities mounting in the Midwest as storms caused significant damage in several states.
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Euler
New York
Ambiguous London View on Geneva Note Forecast
Diplomatic commentary from London cautions delaying judgment on Geneva until the French note to Berlin is published. The note’s tone is uncertain, with some predicting prolonged negotiations and parliamentary approval across Britain France Belgium and the Dominions.
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Australian Press Association
London
Geneva
Berlin
Germany
Delta
France
Belgum
Daily Telegraph
Britain
Austen Chaaberlain
M. Brivd
Hoth
French Finance Move Could Shield Pound with Morgan Credits
Paris reports that Finance Minister M. Caillaux will use all American credits from the Morgan tour if needed to support the franc. Government intervention timing will be kept secret to prevent speculation as the franc stands above 100 to the pound.
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Heuter
Paris
Cailaux
Heatwave Pauses Over Northeast After Severe Death Toll
The article notes extreme heat across Philadelphia and New York with May records showing over 500 deaths attributed to the spell. Philadelphia reports a toll of 146 lives on Monday night as officials struggle to quantify the impact amid returning normal weather.
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Reuter
Philadelphia
New York
Murdered Minister Hen ter Rome Commemoration Provokes Parliament Closure
In Rome Tuesday opposition leaders planned a memorial for war figure Matteotti. Fascist deputies threatened disruption in Parliament Hall prompting the president to order all of Parliament House closed on that day.
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Rome
Chamber of Deputies
Matteotti
Parliament House
Australians Visit Vesuvius Amid Pompeii Pilgrimage
In Naples on Monday Australian pilgrims toured Vesuvius and Pompeii. Bishop Foley of Ballarat plans to return to Australia aboard the Osterley.
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Vesuvius
Pompeii Wishop Foley
Bellarat
Australiay
Osterley
Sydney Election Figures Show Voter Turnout Key Facts
New South Wales state election figures report about 905 000 valid votes and 25 000 informal votes. Approximately 70 percent of eligible voters participated according to the Sydney report.
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Sydney
French Warship Seizes Two German Trawlers Near Agadir
A Paris dispatch reports French warships in Moroccan waters near Agadir intercepted two German trawlers. The vessels were taken to Mogàr for detention following the seizure.
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Paris
Fezatutes
Agadir
Moggiar
Unclear OCR Summary of Political Events in Sydney
The report notes Captured Lesion members and a government motion. Senate change details include Senator Gill succeeding the late Senator McDougall and Mr. M. Charlton presiding. The piece references the Sydney audience and a formal welcome in an Assembly setting.
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Ing
M. Charlton
Gill
McDougall
Theft of Colonies at German Colonial Society Meeting
At the annual German Colonial Society meeting in whUNICH the motion protested the theft of Germanys colonies and urged the government to seek restitution. Attendees called for the Reichstag to secure an Anglo German commercial treaty and oppose regulations harming German colonies.
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Whunich
German Colonial Society
Germany
Fell Down a Cutting Ex Ptl Injured at Bridge Work
An ex police officer fell into a cutting near Muukay Bridge during work on a mailway line. He suffered a concussion to the head and was removed to hospital for treatment.
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Muukay
Security Pact Report Confirmed By Reuter Dispatch
Geneva mutin reports confirm the completion of the Anglo American allocation pact. Chamberlain stated the agreement covers agrourity terms and outlines postwar security measures for European states.
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Reuter
Geneva
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